Universal Air CK5028 A/C Compressor Kit

Short Compressor Replacement Kit for Escape, Tribute, Mariner

Universal Air CK5028 is a Short Compressor Replacement Kit for select Ford, Mazda, and Mercury SUV applications. It is built for vehicles that need a complete A/C compressor replacement solution for the listed fitments, including 2008-2012 Ford Escape, 2008-2011 Mazda Tribute without rear A/C, and 2008-2011 Mercury Mariner.

Key Features

• Short Compressor Replacement Kit for HVAC A/C compressor service
• Fits 2008-2012 Ford Escape
• Fits 2008-2011 Mazda Tribute, without rear A/C
• Fits 2008-2011 Mercury Mariner
• Complete kit includes CO 11338C, EX 10217C, and HA 10894C
• Part number CK5028 for application matching and catalog lookup

Product Details

Universal Air CK5028 is part of the Short Compressor Replacement Kit line, a focused product line for A/C compressor replacement on specific vehicle applications. For this fitment group, the kit is listed for Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, and Mercury Mariner models in the 2008-2012 range, with the Mazda Tribute application specified for vehicles without rear A/C. The part number CK5028 is useful when verifying the correct compressor kit for these platform-specific HVAC repairs.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Common Issues Addressed

• Loss of cabin cooling from compressor failure
• Noisy or seized A/C compressor operation
• Inconsistent refrigerant circulation through the HVAC system
• Restoration of A/C function after compressor-related damage
• Service replacement on 2008-2012 Ford Escape, 2008-2011 Mazda Tribute, and 2008-2011 Mercury Mariner

Installation Notes and Tips

Before installation, confirm the vehicle year, make, model, and HVAC configuration against the listed fitment. For the Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, and Mercury Mariner applications, the notes specify a complete kit and recommend replacing the condenser with a new condenser. The Mazda Tribute listing applies only to vehicles without rear A/C. Verify system cleanliness and follow standard A/C service procedures during compressor replacement.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air identifies CK5028 as a cataloged replacement kit for the specified applications, with included component references CO 11338C, EX 10217C, and HA 10894C noted in the fitment data.